Archive for March 2009
MARKETING SUCCESS STRATEGIES: How to Write Your Way to Prospects and Profits!
I’ve been a Platinum member of www.ezinearticles.com for some time now, having submitted articles for over 5 years now. What does that mean? Whenever I write an article on marketing, lead generation, business development, decorating, staging, entertaining or more I publish it in an online article directory that is accessed by millions of viewers per…
Read MoreCelebrate Your Health and Well-Being, Part II
So often we get caught up in our daily routines only to forget the most important element in our lives, our health and well being. We are so busy taking care of everyone and everything else that we ignore ourselves until we either get sick or end up at the doctor with an injury. While…
Read MoreBUSINESS BUILDING BLOCKS: Leveraging Your Brand
I was catching up on my industry reading the other day with Qualified Remodeler. Does that surprise you? You thought I only read design publications, not nearly. We are in The Lifestyle Industry and that means architects, designers, stagers, organizers, contractors, builders, developers, real estate professionals, and home furnishing retailers and suppliers. Stop operating in…
Read MoreCelebrate Your Health and Well-Being, Part I
So often we get caught up in our daily routines only to forget the most important element in our lives, our health and well being. We are so busy taking care of everyone and everything else that we ignore ourselves until we either get sick or end up at the doctor with an injury. While…
Read MoreBUSINESS BUILDING BLOCKS: The Difference between Success and Failure is Asking
Too often the difference between and success and failure is simply in the asking. You neglect to ask for the raise, you fail to ask for the sale, you forget to ask for referrals. It is all about asking both in business and in life. There are 5 ways to ASK YOUR WAY TO SUCCESS:…
Read MoreBUSINESS BUILDING BLOCKS: 3 Proven Ways to Turn PR into Prospects, Projects and Profits!
Getting published offline or featured online isn’t as tough as you think; what can be the challenge is knowing what to do with that PR once you get it! PR by itself isn’t inherently useful, it is critical to have a plan for distributing your feature or article in a meaningful way both online and…
Read MoreBUSINESS BUILDING BLOCKS: Do You Have a Dream?
I had a very interesting discussion with a colleague recently. I was doing my usual probing about their life, their future and their possibilities. Those of you that know me will be familiar with the question I asked. “What is your 5 year goal?” I got a quick and pat answer regarding the next step…
Read MoreHow Color Sells: Got a Sweet Tooth, Steer Clear of Pink!
Color is about more than interior design and fashion; it is used for marketing products from diapers to diet soda, from office supplies to electronics, from bargain buys to luxury investments, color sells. The key is to learn how to use color to your advantage as it is often a subliminal influence. Once you know…
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